Links to resources available to help teachers teach students about primary sources. Somewhat random selections that don't fit into other categories.
Footnote.comA wiki of primary source documents. Seems to be free. Members can add places they have found. Sources can be commented on by others.
Primary Source Materials and Document Based Questions
A resource for creating questions about documents. Excellent for teaching about primary resources and how to use them. Higher level thinking skills.
An Internet Hotlist on Document Based Questions
Opening History
The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation’s 123,000 libraries and 17,500 museums. The Institute's mission is to create strong libraries and museums that connect people to information and ideas. Lots of resources here. Students need to know something about using primary sources before using this site.
Teacher Resources
Links to resources available to help teachers teach students about primary sources. Somewhat random selections that don't fit into other categories.
A resource for creating questions about documents. Excellent for teaching about primary resources and how to use them. Higher level thinking skills.
An Internet Hotlist on Document Based Questions
The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation’s 123,000 libraries and 17,500 museums. The Institute's mission is to create strong libraries and museums that connect people to information and ideas. Lots of resources here. Students need to know something about using primary sources before using this site.
Databases for teens available through PPLD (Colorado Springs) Variety of topics.
http://www.jackdaws.com/